AMDSB - OSSTF-ESSP - IT Purchasing Associate - Temporary

OSSTF-ESSP

IT PURCHASING ASSOCIATE

TEMPORARY POSITION

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage , inspire , innovate , because we are always learning .

We are accepting applications for the following 1.0 FTE temporary IT Purchasing Associate position at the Learning Resource Centre in Clinton, Ontario.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, 12 months per year

Employment Start Date: As soon as possible

Employment End Date: February 4, 2027, approximately

Compensation Package Details:

Rate of Pay:  $23.86 - $26.61, Level 1 of the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement

Pension Plan:  Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Health & Dental Benefits:  Benefits are provided through Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:

• 24/7 confidential support
• Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Entering purchase requests into Navision;
• Shipping and receiving purchases at the Learning Resources Centre;
• Entering school, user and device data into a database;
• Assisting with the configuration and set-up of iPads, Chromebooks, etc.;
• Assisting with the volume purchase and distribution of apps through Apple's Volume Purchase Program for Education;
• Responding to inquiries of staff and administration regarding purchasing procedures for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or referral for addressing inquiry;
• Following up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates;
• Tracking iPad breakage and ensure LRC stock is maintained; and, 
• Other related duties as assigned by administration.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

• One year college diploma in office administration plus up to one-year related experience; or a combination of experience, education and training that is considered equivalent;
• Proven computer skills, specifically in MS Office, Navision, spreadsheets, and databases;
• Experience with Topdesk IT Ordering and Reporting;
• Experience with Chrome Management Deployment;
• Experience with Apple Volume Purchase Plan;
• The ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs from time to time;
• Proficient and accurate keyboarding skills;
• Good organizational skills;
• The capacity to work independently, problem-solve and multi-task in a busy environment; and,
• Proven professional, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and a high degree of confidentiality.

Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Why Join AMDSB?

• We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
• Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
• Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation package, which is outlined above

Join our team today! Apply today!

Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education